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- Notes on Explosive Mine Gases and Dusts: with Special Reference to Explosions in the Monongah, Darr, and Naomi Coal Mines
- From Introduction: "The studies herein reported were begun as a part of researches undertaken by the United States Geological Survey looking to the more efficient utilization of the coal in the United States through the reduction of the waste in its extraction, and were continued as part of further researches having regard to the conversation of the fuel resources of this country and to the lessening of injuries and fatalities in coal mining."
- Limestones of Southwestern Pennsylvania
- From introduction: This report is a summary of the present knowledge of limestone beds in southwestern Pennsylvania.
- Forest Planting and Farm Management
- Report promoting and explaining the role of forest planting in farm management. Planning preparations and model prairie farm are proposed. A farm in Ohio is used as an example of successful forest planting techniques in managing a farm. In addition, types of trees and planting methods are recommended.
- Selective Radiation from the Nernst Glower
- Report issued by the Bureau of Standards over studies conducted on the radiation emitted from a Nernst filament. Methods and results of the studies are presented and discussed. This report includes tables, and illustrations.
- The Coal Resources of the Yukon, Alaska
- An examination of coal deposits along the Yukon River conducted in 1902 mostly along the river banks from Dawson, Yukon to the delta.
- A Reconnaissance of the Northwestern Portion of Seward Peninsula, Alaska
- From introduction: In response to an urgent demand by the public, the Geological Survey, in 1900, undertook a topographic and geologic reconnaissance of the southern half of the Seward Peninsula.( The area mapped embraced the more important gold fields of the peninsula. The topographic map made in 1900 included the drainage of Bering Sea from Cape Darby to Port Clarence, the southern drainage of Grantley Harbor and Imuruk Basin, and the northern drainage of Norton Sound. A geologic reconnaissance was also made of the York mining district and of part of the Kuzitrin drainage.
- The Tin Deposits of the York Region, Alaska
- From introduction: It is the purpose of this bulletin to combine the results obtained by the USGS parties that have visited the region, together with the information derived from a study of specimens of tin ores and associated minerals recently brought from the York region by outside parties.
- Beans
- "The member of this great family with which we have at this time to deal -- the bean -- is not so valuable from the standpoint of forage or soil renovation, but is among the most valuable members of the great group for the seed which it produces. While the seed is the most important and valuable factor, the power to gather nitrogen and to render the soil better for having been grown upon it is an important consideration and one which should not be overlooked by those interested in maintaining the nitrogen content of the soil." -- p. 6. Topics discussed include the various types of beans and the differences in cultivation between field beans and garden beans.
- Cucumbers
- Report discussing the cultivation of cucumbers, including for early markets and pickling. Also discussed are the use of cold frames and forcing-house cucumbers, which are grown under glass.
- The Home Fruit Garden: Preparation and Care
- Report instructing how to plan, design, and care for a small fruit garden. There is no discussion of specific fruits but rather an explanation of different general methods for adapting plants to the particular conditions found in small gardens.
- The Propagation of Plants
- Report discussing brief and practical suggestions for propagating plants from both seeds and cuttings. Layering, grafting, and budding are also discussed.
- Raspberries
- Report discussing the cultivation of both red raspberries and black raspberries, as well as their preparation by curing and drying.
- The School Garden
- Report discussing the benefits of maintaining a school garden and the types of content which teachers might present to students for study. The discussion of lesson content includes suitable suggestions for lesson content for both rural and city students.
- Tomatoes.
- Report discussing the cultivation of tomatoes in the both the northern and southern United States and also its growth and preparation by canneries.
- The Eradication of Bindweed, or Wild Morning-Glory
- Report discussing the destructive plant bindweed (another name for wild plants of the morning glory family). Topics discussed include a description of the plant, its geographic distribution, injurious effects, and methods of destroying it.
- A Successful Alabama Diversification Farm
- "In this bulletin is given the record of a 65-acre hog farm in the black prairie region of Alabama. The method of farming described is applicable to the entire area in which corn, alfalfa, and Bermuda grass can be grown. This area includes the black lands of Texas, the river bottoms of Missouri, Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi, and the alluvial soils generally in all the Southern States.... The primary object in the work of this farm was to demonstrate that hog farming is practicable in this territory, and three years' experience has led us to the conclusion that the production of alfalfa hay in this region can also be made highly profitable.... The system of farming established on the diversification farm at Uniontown, Alabama, was planned with the special view of increasing the fertility of the soil and reducing the cost of tillage by doing away with hillside ditches and adopting improved methods of cultivation." -- p. 5
- The Corrosion of Fence Wire
- "The investigation of which this bulletin is in part a record has been carried on with a twofold purpose in view. The first object is to furnish information to the farmer which will enable him to exercise an intelligent judgment as to the difficulties involved in the manufacture of wire fencing which shall be low in price and at the same time resistant to rust and corrosion. The second object has been to determine, with the cooperation of progressive manufacturers and metallurgists, the causes which underlie the much too rapid corrosion of modern steel wire, and, if possible, to suggest improvements in methods of manufacture by means of which the difficulties may be at least partially, if not wholly, overcome." -- p. 5
- Rules for a Dictionary Catalog
- Volume of cataloging rules created prior to the widespread availability of Library of Congress cataloging. Includes definitions and instructions on entry and style. Additional articles describe cataloging of special publications such as manuscripts, music, and maps and atlases.
- Geology and Water Resources of the Northern Portion of the Black Hills and Adjoining Regions in South Dakota and Wyoming
- Introduction: this paper, which supplements the report on the geology and water resources of the southern half of the Black Hills, published in 1901, is the result of studies made at intervals during the years 1899 to 1907.
- Weeds; and How to Kill Them.
- Describes methods of eradicating weeds in general, as well as ten specific weeds that require special attention.
- The Geology and Petrography of Crater Lake National Park
- From introduction: The two papers published here refer practically to the whole region included in the National Park. The one. Part I, treats primarily of the geology, the development of the great volcano, Mount Mazama, and its collapse, which gave birth to Crater Lake; the other, Part II, deals with the petrography, and gives a special description of the various rocks occurring in the park.
- Cropping Systems for New England Dairy Farms
- "This paper gives the results of three years' study of the cropping systems on a number of the most successful dairy farms in New England. This study point[s] out the elements which go to make a satisfactory cropping system in that section and to make definite recommendations concerning crops to plant and the relative acreage of these crops on dairy farms." -- p. 3
- Farm Management in Northern Potato Growing Sections
- Report discussing "the potato crop as a part of a system of farming, and [giving] special attention to the system of farming prevailing in Aroostook County, Maine, where potato growing is perhaps more highly developed than in any other section of the United States." -- p. 2
- Hog Cholera
- Report discussing the disease hog cholera, including its causes, symptoms, and diagnosis. Also discusses diseases which may be mistaken for hog cholera and methods of prevention and treatment.
- Some Common Disinfectants
- "There is much popular misconception as to the value and limitations of the various disinfectants which are sold in this country. For this reason the following very brief description of some of the more common of them has been prepared." -- p. 5. Chemicals discussed include formaldehyde, carbolic acid, cresol, chlorinated lime, and bichloride of mercury.
- The Germination of Seed Corn
- Report discussing "the importance of testing the vitality of individual ears of corn which are intended for seed, and [showing] how such tests may easily be made by every farmer in his own home." -- p. 2
- Miscellaneous Cotton Insects in Texas
- Report discussing the various types of insects injurious to the cotton plant in Texas and classifying them according to whether they affect young plants, leaves, stalks, or squares and bolls.
- Contributions to Economic Geology: 1904
- From letter of transmittal: The report contains 63 contributions from 37 members of the Survey who have been engaged more or less continuously throughout the year in economic work, together with brief statements by the geologists in charge of the section of metalliferous ores and the section of nonmetalliferous economic minerals, of the extent and character of the economic work being carried on in the Survey.
- Management of Soils to Conserve MOisture, With Special Reference to Semiarid Conditions
- Report discussing methods for conserving water in soils of semiarid regions. Topics discussed include drainage, plowing practices, climate conditions in semiarid regions, irrigation, dry farming, and crops best suited to semiarid regions.
- Macadam Roads
- "This bulletin is intended as a brief discussion and discussion of the several processes and essential features entering into the construction of macadam roads in rural [areas]. Some data as to costs especially for the information of road officials who have not undertaken such work, are included." -- p. 5
- Hop Culture in California
- Report discussing the potential of California for developing a hops industry and successful practices for hops cultivation.
- Irrigation of Alfalfa
- Report discussing the best methods for irrigating lands that grow alfalfa. The border, check, flooding, and furrow methods are all discussed as well as farm ditches, necessary amounts of water, and irrigation methods in the winter.
- Practical Information for Beginners in Irrigation
- Report describing the basic essentials of irrigation, including construction of ditches, land preparation, irrigation practices for different crops, including alfalfa, grain, potatoes, fruit trees, and smaller fruits and vegetables.
- Sheeps, Hogs, and Horses in the Pacific Northwest
- This bulletin gives a broad overview of the livestock industry in the Pacific Northwest with respect to sheep and hogs; there is also a brief discussion of the horse industry. I. Sheep Husbandry. II. Hog Raising. III. The Horse Industry.
- Results of Primary Triangulation and Primary Traverse: Fiscal Year 1902-03
- From introduction: This report contains the results of the primary triangulation and primary traverse executed by the USGS during the fiscal year 1902-3.
- Results of Primary Triangulation and Primary Traverse: fiscal year 1903-04
- From introduction: This report contains the results of primary triangulation and primary traverse in the eastern and western divisions of the United States.
- Gettysburg National Military Commission Annual Reports to the Secretary of War: 1893-1901
- Annual report containing photographs and information regarding the Gettysburg National Military Park, including maintenance, erection of monuments, and site preservation.
- A Profitable Cotton Farm
- "This bulletin is an account of the progressive and successful farm operations of a farmer of South Carolina who, by combining thorough tillage, crop rotation, barnyard manure, and a judicious use of commercial fertilizer, has changed a previously badly managed and run-down cotton farm into a very productive and profitable enterprise. The impulse prompting the writing of this bulletin is the belief that it may suggest to other farmers of the South ways and means by which they may so improve their methods of management as to make their farms more profitable." -- p. 7
- Evaporation of Apples
- "While the recent tendency in the apple industry has apparently been to centralize fruit evaporation in distinct commercial establishments having considerable capacity and requiring capital to construct and equip, there sill remain large regions in which there is a considerable surplus of fruit that is unsuitable for packing and shipping in almost every crop year.... Encouragement of evaporating, canning, cider making, and other methods of utilization therefore appears desirable, and of these evaporating is the one that is most applicable at present to a wide range of conditions, and therefore of most importance to the average farmer." -- p. 2. Types of evaporators, methods of preparing and drying fruit, and the marketing and packing of apples are discussed.
- Practical Suggestions for Fruit Growers
- Report discussing practical principles for fruit growing which farmers can apply to their orchards to increase production. Topics discussed include location of orchards, pruning, and spraying.
- Reconnaissance of Some Gold and Tin Deposits of the Southern Appalachians: With Notes on the Dahlonega Mines
- From introduction: This report is a brief preliminary study of the mineral resources of a portion of the Piedmont region.
- Methods of Exterminating the Texas-Fever Tick
- Report discussing the cattle tick (also known as the Texas-fever tick), including its lifecyle, reasons for its eradication, and suitable eradication methods.
- Harvesting and Storing Corn
- "The production of a large crop is of course the subject of most importance in corn growing, but there is need of much care and labor in harvesting and storing the crop after it is produced in order to obtain its maximum value." -- p. 7. Topics discussed include silos, times and methods of cutting, shocking, husking, use of machines, and different storage practices.
- The Protection of Good Seed Corn
- Report discussing the production of corn used for seed. Discussion includes selection techniques for he most desirable traits in corn and also methods of breeding corn.
- Corn Growing
- Report describing how simple improvements in farming practices can double the average production of corn per acre in the United States. Factors discussed include seed quality, soil conditions, and cultivation methods.
- Oil Fields of the Texas-Louisiana Gulf Coastal Plain
- From introduction: This report presents the findings of surveys of the extent of the oil fields in the gulf coastal plain.
- Lightning and Lightning Conductors
- "This paper contains information respecting the phenomena of lightning in general and suggests means of protecting farm buildings from destructive lightning strikes." -- p. 3
- The Dehorning of Cattle
- Report discussing the proper method for dehorning cattle. Topics discussed include instruments necessary for dehorning and appropriate treatments for cattle that have been successfully dehorned.
- Scabies in Cattle
- Report discussing the most effective treatments for scabies, also known as mange (or more colloquially, as "cattle itch" or "Texas itch"), in cattle.
- The Adulteration of Forage-Plant Seeds
- Report discussing the adulteration of forage plant seeds, including for red clover, alfalfa, alsike clover, orchard grass, meadow fescue, Kentucky bluegrass, redtop, and brome grasses (bromus).